Rahm Focuses on PGA Championship Amid LIV Uncertainty
NEWTOWN SQUARE, Pa. — Jon Rahm is not revealing any lessons learned from his decision to join LIV Golf. The two-time major winner spoke on Tuesday ahead of the PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club, keeping his thoughts on the matter private.
With LIV Golf's future in doubt after reports that its Saudi funding will be pulled at season's end, Rahm is focused on the present. "We don't know what's going to happen tomorrow," he said. "All we can do is learn from things that happen in the past, good and bad. To speculate on what could have been different doesn't really make much sense."
Rahm's Stance on LIV's Business Troubles
Rahm made it clear that fixing LIV's business issues is not his responsibility. "Out of the few talents I have in my life, fixing a business is not one of them. I might be the worst person for that," he said. "My job is to play golf. Luckily, I'm decent at it. People in charge of LIV, whose job I do not envy for a second … It's their job to fix it."
Despite the uncertainty, Rahm expressed faith that LIV will find a way to continue. However, analysts suggest it will be difficult to attract investors after the league failed to sustain itself with unlimited funds. A more likely scenario is that Rahm and other LIV players may seek to return to the PGA Tour.
Rahm's Departure from PGA Tour
Rahm's move to LIV was particularly shocking because he had previously pledged allegiance to the PGA Tour, stating that $400 million would not change his lifestyle. Unlike Bryson DeChambeau, who always seemed an outsider, Rahm often highlighted his appreciation for golf's traditions and history. Now, after three years on LIV, he feels his world ranking does not reflect his performance. "I feel like I'm playing better than the ranking I have right now," he said, without specifying what number he believes he deserves.
What's at Stake at the PGA Championship
A win at the PGA Championship would give Rahm three legs of the career grand slam, joining his Masters and U.S. Open titles. It would also make him the first Spaniard to win this major. "It is something that is in my mind," he admitted. "To tie it all together with the greats of the past of Spain would be quite unique."
Rahm recently settled a dispute with the DP World Tour, paying fines to restore his Ryder Cup eligibility and allow him to play in select events this year. Despite the turmoil, he remains forward-looking. "Whatever decision you've made is thought through for proper reasons. There's no sense in dwelling on it," he said. "If the terms change afterward, it's an afterthought, not a problem from the choice."
